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How to Travel from

Iowa to Columbus

by Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Des Moines to John
Ave. Duration:
4h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$760.87
Plane from Waterloo Municipal Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
10h 19m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$521.74
Plane from Quad City International Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
4h 8m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$760.87
Plane from The Eastern Iowa Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$597.83

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Des Moines to John
Ave. Duration:
4h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$413.04
Plane from Quad City International Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
5h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$217.39–$478.26
Plane from The Eastern Iowa Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
4h 53m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$369.57

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Des Moines to John
Ave. Duration:
4h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$217.39–$760.87
Plane from Quad City International Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
4h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$217.39–$760.87
Plane from The Eastern Iowa Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
5h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$597.83

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Des Moines to John
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$173.91–$532.61

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.57–$92.39
Train from Chicago Union Station to Toledo
Ave. Duration:
3h 59m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$27.17–$108.70

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Indianapolis Bus Station to Columbus
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.96–$108.70
Bus from Des Moines to Gary
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.09–$184.78
Bus from Toledo Bus Stop to Columbus
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.24–$92.39

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Indianapolis to Columbus
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.30–$65.22

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Des Moines to Indianapolis
Ave. Duration:
9h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$81.52–$163.04
Bus from Des Moines to Burlington
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.22–$81.52
Bus from Burlington to Galesburg
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$23.91–$46.74

Barons Bus

Phone:
+1 888-378-3823
Website:
baronsbus.com/
Bus from Gary, IN to N
Ave. Duration:
6h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.35–$76.09

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Iowa to Columbus?

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Columbus is to bus which costs $54.35 - $260.87 and takes 17h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iowa to Columbus?

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Columbus is to fly which takes 4h 42m and costs $163.04 - $445.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Iowa and Columbus?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa to Columbus. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Columbus via Indianapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 14m.

How far is it from Iowa to Columbus?

The distance between Iowa and Columbus is 955 km. The road distance is 1036.3 km.

How do I travel from Iowa to Columbus without a car?

The best way to get from Iowa to Columbus without a car is to bus via Indianapolis which takes 14h 14m and costs $97.83 - $228.26 .

How long does it take to get from Iowa to Columbus?

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Iowa to Columbus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa to Columbus bus from?

Iowa to Columbus bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Iowa to Columbus?

The best way to get from Iowa to Columbus is to fly which takes 4h 42m and costs $163.04 - $445.65 . Alternatively, you can bus via Indianapolis, which costs $97.83 - $228.26 and takes 14h 14m.

Where does the Iowa to Columbus bus arrive?

Iowa to Columbus bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Indianapolis station.

What is the time difference between Iowa and Columbus?

Columbus is 1h ahead of Iowa. It is currently 15:01 in Iowa and 16:01 in Columbus.

Can I drive from Iowa to Columbus?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Columbus is 1036 km. It takes approximately 10h 37m to drive from Iowa to Columbus.

Where can I stay near Columbus?

There are 489+ hotels available in Columbus. Prices start at $48.62 per night.
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